Echocardiography – Complete Video Course Guide

❤️ Echocardiography Complete Video Course

Comprehensive training videos from ultrasound physics to advanced cardiac imaging techniques

59 Chapter Videos
24 Core Chapters
61 Playlist Videos
120 Total Videos
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Chapter 1: Foundational Ultrasound Physics

Core ultrasound principles and physics fundamentals

Level 1 – Ultrasound Physics (BSE)
BSE Level 1 introduction to ultrasound physics principles essential for echocardiography.
Fundamentals of Ultrasound Physics (Clarius)
Comprehensive review of ultrasound physics fundamentals from Clarius for practical echo applications.
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Chapter 2: Cardiac Anatomy and Imaging Planes

Standard echocardiographic views and anatomic correlations

PLAX View – Anatomy Correlation
Parasternal long-axis view with detailed anatomic correlation and cardiac structures identification.
PSAX View – Anatomy Correlation
Parasternal short-axis view demonstrating cross-sectional cardiac anatomy at multiple levels.
Apical 4-Chamber View – Anatomy Correlation
Apical four-chamber view showing all four cardiac chambers and anatomic relationships.
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Chapter 3: Transthoracic Echocardiography (TTE) Views and Techniques

Acquiring and optimizing standard TTE views

BSE Focused Echo Exam (Level 1)
BSE Level 1 comprehensive demonstration of the focused echocardiographic examination with standard views.
Acquiring the Four Basic TTE Views (POCUS)
POCUS essentials: practical demonstration of obtaining the four fundamental echocardiographic views.
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Chapter 4: M-Mode and Doppler Basics

Motion mode imaging and color Doppler optimization

Optimizing Color Doppler (Tips & Tricks)
Four essential tips for optimizing color Doppler settings to improve diagnostic accuracy.
Using M-Mode for EPSS (LV Function)
M-mode measurement of E-point septal separation (EPSS) to estimate left ventricular ejection fraction.
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Chapter 5: Ventricular Systolic & Diastolic Function

Assessment of LV and RV function

Quick LV Function Assessment (POCUS)
Rapid assessment of left ventricular systolic function using visual estimation and quantitative methods.
“All About TAPSE” (RV Function)
Comprehensive guide to tricuspid annular plane systolic excursion (TAPSE) for assessing right ventricular function.
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Chapter 6: Valvular Heart Disease (Native Valves)

Stenosis and regurgitation of native cardiac valves

Echo Assessment of Aortic Stenosis
Guideline-based echocardiographic assessment of aortic stenosis severity using Doppler and anatomic measurements.
Color Doppler Appearance of Mitral Regurgitation
Characteristic color Doppler patterns and grading of mitral regurgitation severity.
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Chapter 7: Prosthetic Heart Valves

Echocardiographic evaluation of mechanical and bioprosthetic valves

Echocardiographic Assessment of Prosthetic Valves
Comprehensive overview of prosthetic valve assessment including normal function and pathology detection.
Assessing Aortic Prosthesis Regurgitation (Case)
Case study demonstrating echocardiographic evaluation of aortic prosthetic valve regurgitation.
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Chapter 8: Infective Endocarditis

TEE and TTE findings in endocarditis

TEE for Infective Endocarditis
Transesophageal echocardiographic approach to diagnosing infective endocarditis, including vegetation detection.
TTE/TEE Findings in Endocarditis
Comprehensive review of echocardiographic findings in endocarditis using both TTE and TEE approaches.
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Chapter 9: Myocardial and Pericardial Disease

Cardiomyopathies, pericardial effusions, and tamponade

HCM – Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HOCM) Case
Case study of hypertrophic obstructive cardiomyopathy showing systolic anterior motion (SAM) and LVOT obstruction.
Detecting Pericardial Effusion & Tamponade
Identification of pericardial effusions and echocardiographic signs of cardiac tamponade.
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Chapter 10: Cardiac Masses and Tumors

Assessment of intracardiac masses including myxomas and thrombi

Echo Assessment of Cardiac Masses
Systematic approach to evaluating cardiac masses by echocardiography, including differential diagnosis.
Left Atrial Myxoma on Echocardiography (Case)
Demonstration of a left atrial myxoma on TEE with apical four-chamber view showing characteristic findings.
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Chapter 11: Congenital Heart Defects

ASD, PFO, and other congenital abnormalities

Echo Evaluation of ASD & PFO (Guidelines)
Guideline-based echocardiographic assessment of atrial septal defects and patent foramen ovale.
Atrial Septal Defect – EACVI Tutorial
EACVI tutorial sample on congenital heart disease focusing on atrial septal defect evaluation.
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Chapter 12: Transesophageal Echocardiography (TEE)

Standard TEE views and probe manipulation

16 Standard TEE Views (Basic TEE)
Comprehensive guide to the 16 fundamental TEE views that every echocardiographer should master.
TEE Simulator – Obtaining Common Views
Virtual simulator demonstration showing how to obtain standard TEE views with proper probe positioning.
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Chapter 13: Strain Imaging (Speckle Tracking)

Advanced myocardial deformation analysis

Strain Imaging Basics (Speckle Tracking)
Introduction to speckle tracking echocardiography and strain imaging principles for assessing myocardial function.
Tissue Doppler vs. Speckle Tracking
Comparison of tissue Doppler imaging and speckle tracking methods for strain analysis.
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Chapter 14: Contrast Echocardiography

Contrast-enhanced imaging techniques and applications

Intro to Contrast Echocardiography
Introduction to contrast-enhanced echocardiography including indications and basic principles.
ASE Contrast Echo Guidelines (Discussion)
Expert interview discussing American Society of Echocardiography guidelines for contrast echocardiography.
Optimizing Contrast Injection (Tips)
Practical tips for proper administration and optimization of ultrasound contrast agents.
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Chapter 15: Interventional Echocardiography

Echo guidance for structural heart interventions

Echo Guidance for MitraClip (TEE)
Transesophageal echo guidance for MitraClip procedure showing real-time visualization and device deployment.
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Chapter 16: Point-of-Care Ultrasound (POCUS) Cardiac Exam

Focused cardiac ultrasound and common pitfalls

Point-of-Care Cardiac Ultrasound (Stanford 25)
Stanford 25 clinical skills series on performing focused cardiac ultrasound at the bedside.
Common POCUS Echo Pitfalls (Troubleshooting)
Common mistakes and troubleshooting tips for point-of-care cardiac echocardiography from Stanford 25.
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Chapter 17: Pericardial Disease

Comprehensive pericardial assessment, effusions, and tamponade recognition

Pericardial Assessment by Echocardiography
Comprehensive approach to evaluating the pericardium using echocardiography including normal anatomy and pathology.
Detecting Pericardial Effusions
Identification and quantification of pericardial effusions on echocardiography with assessment of hemodynamic significance.
Effusion vs. Cardiac Tamponade – What’s the Difference?
Distinguishing simple pericardial effusions from hemodynamically significant cardiac tamponade using echo findings.
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Chapter 18: Cardiac Masses

Assessment of intracardiac masses, tumors, and thrombi

Assessment of Cardiac Masses in Echocardiography
Systematic approach to evaluating cardiac masses by echocardiography including differential diagnosis and characterization.
Left Atrial Myxoma on Echocardiography
Case demonstration of a left atrial myxoma on TEE showing characteristic appearance and mobility patterns.
Differentiating Cardiac Tumor vs. Thrombus by Echo
Key echocardiographic features to distinguish cardiac tumors from thrombi including location, attachment, and mobility.
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Chapter 19: Great Artery Diseases

Aortic pathology including dissection, aneurysm, and stenosis

Echocardiography for Aortic Diseases – What You Want to Know
Comprehensive overview of aortic assessment by echocardiography including normal anatomy and common pathologies.
Echocardiograms: A Key Tool in Preventing Aortic Dissections
Role of echocardiography in screening for and preventing aortic dissections through early detection of risk factors.
Acute Type A Aortic Dissection on POCUS Echo
Point-of-care ultrasound demonstration of acute Type A aortic dissection showing intimal flap and characteristic findings.
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Chapter 20: Adult Congenital Heart Disease

Echocardiographic assessment of congenital defects in adults

Echo Assessment of Adults with Congenital Heart Disease
Comprehensive approach to evaluating adult patients with congenital heart disease using echocardiography.
Echo Imaging of an Atrial Septal Defect
Demonstration of atrial septal defect imaging using multiple echocardiographic views and color Doppler.
Coarctation of the Aorta – Echo Findings
Echocardiographic features of aortic coarctation including Doppler patterns and anatomic imaging.
Ebstein’s Anomaly on Echocardiography
Characteristic echocardiographic findings in Ebstein’s anomaly including apical displacement of tricuspid valve.
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Chapter 21: Advanced TEE Techniques

Advanced transesophageal echocardiography views and applications

Transesophageal Echocardiography – Image Acquisition Basics
Fundamentals of TEE image acquisition including probe manipulation and optimization techniques.
How to Perform a Standard 2D TEE (EACVI Tutorial)
EACVI tutorial on performing a comprehensive standard 2D transesophageal echocardiographic examination.
Introduction to TEE – Indications and Advantages
Overview of TEE indications, advantages over TTE, and clinical applications in cardiology practice.
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Chapter 22: Advanced Techniques (3D Echo & Strain)

3D echocardiography and advanced strain imaging

Strain Imaging (Speckle Tracking) – Full Overview
Comprehensive overview of speckle tracking strain imaging including principles, acquisition, and clinical applications.
Tissue Doppler vs. Speckle Tracking Explained
Comparison of tissue Doppler imaging and speckle tracking methods for myocardial deformation analysis.
Understanding R-Wave Gated 3D Echocardiography
Principles and clinical applications of R-wave gated 3D echocardiography for volumetric cardiac assessment.
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Chapter 23: Interventional Echocardiography Advanced

Echo guidance for structural heart interventions and procedures

Echo Guidance for MitraClip Procedure
Real-time TEE guidance for MitraClip procedure showing device deployment and assessment of results.
TEE Views for LAA Occlusion (Watchman) Guidance
Essential TEE views for guiding left atrial appendage occlusion with Watchman device placement.
The Importance of Imaging in Structural Heart Interventions
Overview of the critical role of echocardiographic imaging in guiding structural heart interventions.

Chapter 24: POCUS, QA, and Professional Practice

Point-of-care ultrasound, quality assurance, and professional standards

POCUS Cardiac Ultrasound – Stanford (Bedside Echo Overview)
Stanford 25 clinical skills series on performing focused cardiac ultrasound at the bedside for clinical decision-making.
Basic Cardiac POCUS (Point-of-Care Ultrasound) – Part 1
Introduction to basic cardiac point-of-care ultrasound including essential views and clinical applications.
Behind the Scenes: Echocardiographers at Mayo Clinic
Inside look at professional echocardiography practice at Mayo Clinic including workflow and quality standards.
Quality in the Echo Lab – ASE/IAC Standards & Guidelines
Overview of ASE and IAC quality standards and guidelines for echocardiography laboratories and professional practice.